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Sheriff holds students as parents become outraged over “fake” incident

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — More than 100 parents waited outside Union-Scioto Local Schools on Tuesday as students remained locked down inside the building, even as Ross County Sheriff’s officials said they believed a reported threat of a mass shooting was not credible. The sheriff’s office had received the report...

Chillicothe, OH · 10h

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Rooftop Standoff Ends in Arrest of Scioto County Rape and Kidnapping Suspect in Chillicothe

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Scioto County man wanted on violent felony charges, including rape and kidnapping, was taken into custody late Sunday night following a rooftop chase in Chillicothe involving police officers, drone surveillance, and multiple Taser deployments. Aaron A. Stanley was apprehended at a residence on Columbus Street...

Chillicothe, OH · 14h

Chillicothe Gazette

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Ross County Courthouse will not shine with holiday lights this year

CHILLICOTHE— Every year, buildings in Downtown Chillicothe are covered in lights and winter decorations as community members celebrate Christmas. This year will be a little different, though, since the Ross County Courthouse won't be lit up due to construction. More from the Gazette: Construction to continue in Yoctangee Park for new visitors bureau Construction on the courthouse is currently taking place to restore parts of the historic building, including the roof, clock tower, and more. Construction is scheduled to be finished by the end of the year. The gutter repair project is underway next to the lights that follow the perimeter of the building and the scaffolding will block the columns, which are also usually wrapped in lights. So, in order to keep workers safe and limit any hazards, the decision not to light up the courthouse for Christmas was made. The Ross County Commissioners did agree earlier this year that they would at least like a tree in front of the courthouse if it would not be in the way of workers. This article originally appeared on Chillicothe Gazette: Ross County Courthouse will not shine with holiday lights this year

Chillicothe, OH · 1d

Express U.S.

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'House of horrors' mom-of-16 confirmed pregnant again in jail as she awaits charges

The Ohio mother is facing multiple criminal charges after authorities uncovered the appalling conditions in which her 16 children had been living

Vinton County, OH · 12h

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ODOT Bridge Inspector Killed in Construction Zone Accident

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Ohio Department of Transportation District 5 has announced the death of one of their bridge inspectors. On Monday, November 9th, ODOT Director Pamela Boratyn announced through a Facebook post that 45-year-old Jennifer Donley, of Lancaster, was killed while working on the I-70 Reconstruction Project in Zanesville.

Zanesville, OH · 1d

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Chillicothe Farmers Market Opens First Day in New Yoctangee Park Pavilion

The Chillicothe Farmers Market opened its first day in a permanent new home on Saturday, welcoming shoppers into the new multipurpose pavilion in Yoctangee Park as the centerpiece of the park’s grand reopening weekend in downtown Chillicothe. The market’s opening day in the pavilion came one day after the City of Chillicothe celebrated the completion […]

Chillicothe, OH · 2d

Chillicothe Gazette

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Built for Generations. Chillicothe unveils Yoctangee Park improvements

CHILLICOTHE— After months of construction work, the Yoctangee Park improvements are officially over. City officials and parkgoers gathered to celebrate this occasion as the armory, amphitheater, baseball diamonds, and multi-purpose building officially opened for use. Previously, the city also celebrated the opening of the new skate park , new pickleball courts and the refurbished tennis courts. “These improvements represent an incredible investment in our community and the future of Chillicothe,” said Chillicothe Mayor Luke Feeney. “Yoctangee Park has always been a place where our community comes together, and this project creates even more opportunities for families to gather, enjoy recreational activities, and take part in events throughout the year. We are incredibly proud of what has been accomplished and excited to welcome everyone to experience all that these new spaces have to offer.” The $35 million project was funded largely by the Appalachian Community Grant Program. Much of what was added to the park came from resident suggestions gathered during the comprehensive plan process. Gov. Mike DeWine joined the celebration, stating this is what he hoped to see from communities when he started the program − big dreams and a commitment to making the region better. "First, I'll thank all

Chillicothe, OH · 1d

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Great Seal Medical Campus breaks ground in Chillicothe

The Great Seal Medical Campus broke ground in Chillicothe on Oct. 25, marking the start of a shift in access to medical care in Ross County and the Southern Ohio region. The campus was led by orthopedic physician Dr. Brian Cohen, Great Seal Medical Group and ValueHealth, and helps address concerns about healthcare access in Appalachia.

Chillicothe, OH · 19h

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Fried Fish Sandwiches And Clams Are Why Diners Make A Point To Return To This Family-Run Lancaster, Ohio Fish Shack

Some restaurants chase trends, and some just keep frying fish the same careful way for decades. In Lancaster, Ohio, there is a small shack where people have been eating for over 50 years, and they still talk about it like they just found it. The menu is short and the...

Lancaster, OH · 2d

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ODOT Bridge Inspector Jennifer Donley, 45, Killed by Semi on I-70 in Zanesville

An Ohio Department of Transportation bridge inspector was killed Monday morning, Nov. 9, when a semi-truck struck her inside the Interstate 70 reconstruction work zone in Zanesville, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol and ODOT. Jennifer Donley, 45, of Lancaster, was struck at about 8:09 a.m. near mile marker 154 on westbound I-70, near […]

Zanesville, OH · 15h

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Ohio man found dead in Monticello after losing control of electric bicycle

An Ohio man was reportedly found dead by relatives on Saturday in Wayne County after he lost control of an electric bicycle and died from his injuries.

Monticello, KY · 1d

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Ohio mother, grandmother charged in child’s fentanyl overdose death plead not guilty

CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — An Orient mother and grandmother charged in the death of a 17-month-old girl that reportedly had a lethal amount of fentanyl in her system appeared in court for their arraignments Tuesday morning. Both Brittany Stroud, 30, the child’s mother, and Tammy Stroud, 52, the child’s grandmother, pleaded not guilty to all […]

Orient, OH · 9h

Lancaster Eagle-Gazette

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Pleasantville man indicted for child enticement

LANCASTER − A 78-year-old Pleasantville man was indicted on a fifth-degree felony charge of criminal child enticement after being accused of attempting to lure an 11-year-old child to his blue minivan with candy around 7:17 p.m. on Oct. 29. City police identified the man as Russell Pierce Jr. and said he is a registered sex offender. Fairfield County Common Pleas Court records identify him as Russell Leonard Pierce Jr. Police said the incident occurred around West Sixth Avenue and Washington Avenue during trick-or-treat night. The child ran away from the minivan, police said. Police arrested Pierce and took him to the Fairfield County Jail. jbarron@gannett.com 740-681-4340 Twitter/X: @jeffrey_ba7142 This article originally appeared on Lancaster Eagle-Gazette: Pleasantville man indicted for child enticement

Pleasantville, OH · 1d

The Logan Daily News

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Judge denies bond to man charged with shooting at deputies

LOGAN — A judge has denied bond to a Laurelville man who’s charged with trying to murder two sheriff’s deputies when they came to his home to arrest him on a warrant. After a hearing on Monday, Nov. 2, Hocking County Common Pleas Judge Jason Despetorich found that Bobby L. Fox “poses a substantial risk of physical harm to the community” if he’s released from the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail where he’s now being held, and that there are no release conditions that will reasonably assure the community’s safety. Fox, 57 , who was arrested on Oct. 2, is facing two counts of attempted aggravated murder, one count of felonious assault, two counts of attempted felonious assault, and one count each of having weapons while under disability, resisting arrest and domestic violence. After Fox’s wife reported that he had allegedly assaulted her, the Hocking County Sheriff’s Office obtained a warrant for his arrest. When deputies came to his home on Oct. 2, and entered after Fox allegedly refused to come to the door, he is alleged to have begun shooting at them inside the home. The officers fired back, injuring Fox, after which he was taken into custody. After receiving

Laurelville, OH · 14h

Chillicothe Gazette

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Four area volleyball players earn All-Ohio recognition

CHILLICOTHE — When the Ohio High School Volleyball Coaches Association released its All-Ohio honors on Sunday, Nov. 8, there was a familiar name highlighting the area's selections. Chillicothe senior Evelyn Hamman has earned a first-team All-Ohio honor in Division III. The outside hitter was stellar throughout the fall, totaling 579 kills, 37 aces, 83 blocks and 216 digs while leading her Cavaliers to an 18-7 mark, a share of the Frontier Athletic Conference title, and a district semifinal appearance. In Division V, Zane Trace's Karlee Snavely is a second-team All-Ohioan. The junior helped the Pioneers win a district championship while tallying 474 kills, 51 aces, 46 blocks and 229 digs — all team-highs. Also in Division V, Adena's pair of Kimmy Dalton and Jacey Jones grace the all-state lists. Dalton is a third-team selection while Jones has collected honorable mention honors. Dalton was the Scioto Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Year, collecting 587 digs and 535 serve receptions. The senior also added 35 aces to her team's totals while Adena made a postseason run to the Elite 8. Jones, a junior, came out of her shell in a big way. She led the Warriors with 505 kills alongside 42

Chillicothe, OH · 2d

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3rd suspect accused of driving getaway car arrested in Caldwell Place shooting

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — New documents reveal more about the arrest of a third suspect in an October shooting that left two people hurt and multiple people facing felony charges. Eugene Lamont Mosley Jr. is the third suspect arrested in connection with an October shooting that hurt two people...

Columbus, OH · 1d

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This Secret Ohio Nature Preserve Hides Miles Of Forest Trails With Stunning Views

Tucked into the hills near Lancaster, Christmas Rocks State Nature Preserve feels like a hidden world. Quiet forest trails wind past mossy rocks, tall pines, and cliffs with wide views. Many hikers say it rivals far busier spots in Ohio. Here are nine things to know before you lace up...

Lancaster, OH · 17h

NewsForce 24/7

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Chillicothe Police Chief Ron Meyers Retires After 31 Years With the Department

Chief Ron Meyers has worked his final day leading the Chillicothe Police Department, closing out 31 years with the department, the last six of them as its top officer, the Scioto Valley Guardian reported on November 8. The department honored Meyers with a retirement ceremony, presenting him with a plaque recognizing his career, according to […]

Chillicothe, OH · 1d

Times Recorder

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Lancaster woman killed while working on I-70 reconstruction project

ZANESVILLE – The 45-year-old ODOT employee Jennifer Donley who died being struck by a semi-truck on Nov. 9 was from Lancaster, according to a press release from the Ohio State Highway Patrol. She was struck by a Freightliner on Interstate 70 in near the Maple Avenue off-ramp. The driver of the truck, Brian Carter, 54, of Indianapolis, was westbound on I-70 when he reportedly struck her around 8:09 a.m., according to the Zanesville Post. Donley was a bridge inspector working in the active I-70 reconstruction project. Carter was not injured. "She loved her job and always had a positive attitude," ODOT Director Pamela Boratyn said in an earlier release. "Please keep Jennifer, her family, friends and all those affected by this tragedy in your thoughts and prayers." I-70's westbound lanes from Maple Avenue to the Adamsville Road exit were closed for approximately four hours and were reopened around 12:30 p.m. The crash remains under investigation by the Zanesville Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. This article originally appeared on Zanesville Times Recorder: Lancaster woman killed while working on I-70 reconstruction project

Lancaster, OH · 1d

Pike County News Watchman

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Latest trial date for armed standoff defendant is seven months away

LOGAN – Ten days have been set aside by the Hocking County Common Plea Court for the trial of a Logan man charged with a long list of felonies. They stem from a July 2023 incident in which, when law enforcement officers were called to his home on a report that he was threatening his family members, he allegedly opened fire on the officers with a rifle from inside the residence. Before giving himself up, defendant Steven D. Hardbarger reportedly fired more than 150 rounds, injured a Hocking County Sheriff’s deputy and a Logan Police dog, and damaged four police vehicles. He is facing a 22-count indictment that includes attempted aggravated murder; kidnapping; domestic violence; assaulting a police dog; discharging a firearm on or near prohibited premises; 15 counts of felonious assault; and two counts of vandalism. Many of the charges include firearm specifications, which will add to the length of the sentence If Hardbarger is convicted. Hardbarger, 48, has now been held without bail in the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail for over three years. He has had trial dates repeatedly set and continued, the first being in August 2024. The latest scheduling sets his trial to begin seven months

Logan, OH · 14h